Article 6 April 2026
How the Community Is Reacting to the 2027 Delay
Memes, cope, and a surprising amount of relief from fans who'd rather wait than get a rushed game.
The community reaction to the May 2027 delay has been more measured than many expected. A snap poll of r/GTA6 found 62 percent of respondents 'disappointed but supportive,' citing Cyberpunk 2077 as a cautionary tale for rushed open-world releases.
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